For The Love Of Flight

To become a helicopter pilot, you don’t need to have a formal education. However, you will have to invest a substantial amount of time effort and money to get a private pilot license. You will equally need to have a good hand-eye combination and around $70,000 to get started in this career. First, evaluate if this career is a good fit for your skills, personality traits, and interest. (more…)

Aeronautical engineering is a sub division of aerospace engineering that focuses on applying mathematics and physics to make aircraft. These engineers work in ensuring propulsion systems work efficiently, and that the aerodynamic performance of a plane is sufficient.

Without a bachelor’s degree, you are bound to work on vehicles and not planes, where you can work in auto garages as an auto mechanic towing and fixing automotive. If you are aspiring to become an aeronautical engineer, you need to get the bachelors degree in aeronautical or aerospace engineering. (more…)

Air travel can be much more efficient when you are up-to-date with the latest information that you need to prepare for your trip. Some few years ago, flying was a memorable experience that involved dressing up, boarding a plane and being served full meals. Today, flying can suck, and you have to be prepared for that. It is cramped, time-consuming and brings the worst in people. However, there is a way to improve flight experience, only if everyone cooperates. (more…)

Aircraft mechanics undertake maintenance and repair of avionics and mechanical equipment. It is their responsibility to ensure that planes and helicopters are safe for operation. Routine checks for worn out parts are also carried out. Following these assessments, the aircraft mechanic will determine if the parts are repairable or if they should be replaced.

Basic Requirements:

The most basic requirements to be considered are you must be over 18 years old with the ability to speak, write, read and understand English. For those who do not speak English, a “valid only outside of the US” stamp will be put on the certificate.

Air traffic control refers to the process by which aircraft are guided through airspace to avoid collisions and also on the ground to ensure safe takeoff and landings. Air traffic control exists to ensure the safety of all persons involved in air travel including airborne staff and passengers, ground crew and any other persons in the direct vicinity of airports. Airspaces in many countries are made up of an intrinsic network of air routes and boundaries which are controlled by that particular country’s regulatory aviation body. The air traffic control system employs the use of highly qualified air traffic controllers and advanced, high tech, control equipment in order to make sure that safety standards are adhered to and that air traffic flows smoothly and without any delays and mishaps.

What does an Air Traffic Controller Do?

The aviation industry can be pretty lucrative and those who plan on pursuing a career in this field are certainly going to enjoy the many perks it has to offer. However, while this is no doubt one of the most rewarding careers one can pursue, there is a lot of info about it that’s kept hidden.

Last year (2014) there were about 90 million airplane departures and that number is going to double 5 years from now. Because aircraft safety is paramount to avoid accidents and maintain airline reputation, experienced aircraft mechanics are always in demand. So if you’re interested in pursuing one such career, then below we’ll answer some questions regarding this career that you may find very interesting.

Can you make a lot of money working as an aircraft mechanic?

The role of an air traffic controller is to ensure the safe landing, departure and movement of aircrafts at the airport. For starters, one can work as an area, approach or aerodrome controller. In addition, busy airports have separate aerodrome air and ground controllers.

Air traffic controllers are responsible for creating an efficient order for all landing aircrafts. This is achieved by putting all approaching aircrafts into a landing sequence and giving initial clearance for any one of them to approach the airport.

Pilots are guided into safe landing by the aerodrome controllers who work from the top of control towers. This means they take charge of the final landing stage. Aerodrome controllers make sure that each landing aircraft gets into its allocated parking stand and that each leaving aircraft reaches the runway safely.

The main job of a flight attendant is to ensure passengers follow security regulations and keep everyone safe. They make flights enjoyable and comfortable for passengers. However, the most important responsibility of a flight attendant is to help passengers in case of an emergency. This ranges from performing first aid to dealing with unruly or rude passengers, directing evacuations and fighting fires. Flight attendants also attend to patients with special needs, answer questions about the flight and help anyone else who needs assistance.

How can you become a flight attendant?

Although flight attendants usually receive training from their employers, they must be certified by FAA (Federal Aviation Administration). Here are the steps you should follow in order to become a successful flight attendant:

The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum is home to the most impressive and undoubtedly the largest collection of space and aviation artifacts, encompassing all aspects of human flight, but also related archival materials and works of art. The museum operates 2 giant facilities that see over 8 million visitors per year, easily ranking #1 as the most visited museum in the US. On top of that, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum is also home to the Center for Earth and Planetary Studies.

2 Locations, 1 Museum

The Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum is housed in two large buildings that house 1000s of artifacts that are showcased in exhibitions on planetary science, space exploration, but also aviation. Despite that, it seems that no matter the location you decide to visit, you’ll get to enjoy the same amazing performances, lectures, educations activities and programs that reflect the optimism, courage, innovation and also the genuine American spirit that has helped us achieve major recognition in flight, technology and science over the years.

There have been countless flights made since the Wright brothers invented the airplane in 1903. Since the airplane was invented (more than 100 years), the first aircraft have brought about a revolution in the manner that people travel. Commercial air travel has a long history as well, longer than many people would believe. The commercial airline business is a major industry relied upon by millions of people for travel, transport cargo, as well as giving many people employment.

The first ever commercial flight occurred in the United State on January 1, 1914, just three years after the United States entered the first World war. This flight took place between Tampa and St. Petersburg and flew a total of twenty-three minutes between the two cities separated by 21 miles of bay waters. The plane was Benoist XIV that had only two seats and was piloted by Tony Jannus and his one paying passenger. The sear was auctioned for this inaugural flight, many people took a bid for the only seat, and the winner was Mr. Abram Phiel (a former mayor of St. Petersburg) who paid a sum of $400 that would be more than $5000 in today’s currency value.